Presenters also include: Central Region Nebraska Autism Network Social communication instruction is an important part of a comprehensive program for students on the Autism Spectrum. This in-service will provide an overview of social communication; from assessment and direct instruction to generalization for students elementary age through high school. Interventions will be targeted to students with Autism that have reliable communication skills and are in general education for core academics. Participants will be able to: Connect individualized social-communication instruction to current Tier1 and Tier 2 SEBL interventions Compare and contrast direct instruction in social communication vs. indirect learning Interpret assessment results to guide program development Understand the basics principles around teaching social communication (teach, practice, reinforce) Explore resources that may support programming for skill acquisition Identify strategies to educate peers and others about Autism Analyze interventions through a neuroaffirming lens Registration Deadline: August 15, 2025 Register online at https://odie.esu10.org to access an Odie workshop, register or to request an Odie account. If you have difficulty requesting an account, please contact Denise Neill 308-237-5927.
This training is hosted by the ASD Network and designed with school teams in mind (school psychologists, teachers, related service providers, etc.) who work with students who routinely engage in severe problem behavior, such as self-injury, physical aggression toward others, and property destruction. Practical Functional Assessment and Skill-Based Treatment (PFA and SBT) is an intervention for individuals who routinely engage in severe problem behavior that focuses on teaching students communication, tolerance, and cooperation while prioritizing safety, dignity, rapport, and peaceful progress for the individual. The purpose of PFA/SBT is to teach skills to provide freedom from problem behavior, to empower the individual to behave safely and productively in spite of everyday challenges, and to build and maintain strong, trusting relationships. This intervention model is intended to be used with individuals who routinely engage in severe problem behavior, such as self-injury, physical aggression toward others, and property destruction. Hotel Rooms: Crowne Plaza (Room block rate $159.95: Group name ASD Network) Other nearby hotel options (no special room rate): La Quinta Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites Registration deadline is 1 week prior (September 18,2025) or when registration is at capacity. Please log into your ODIE account or create a new one (if you do not have one). Once an account has been created, you can login and register for this workshop. If you need assistance or have questions with ODIE or registering, please contact Denise Neill at dneill@esu10.org or 308-237-5927.
